Description
Quick and easy cheesy chicken taquitos perfect for a family Mexican dinner night. These taquitos are simple to make and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound cooked shredded chicken
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 12-16 corn tortillas
- Optional toppings: salsa, sour cream, guacamole, chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Stir in the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses until evenly distributed.
- Warm the corn tortillas slightly to make them pliable. You can do this in a microwave or a dry skillet.
- Spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken and cheese mixture into the center of each tortilla.
- Roll up each tortilla tightly to form a taquito.
- Place the taquitos seam-side down on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken is fully cooked before shredding.
- Do not overfill the tortillas to prevent them from bursting.
- Adjust spices to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican